Baguio Essentials
Baguio City, the high-altitude 'Summer Capital' of the Philippines, features a mix of American colonial heritage and Cordilleran traditions. This collection covers the city’s central hub at Burnham Park and the commercial artery of Session Road. It includes the official summer residence of the Philippine President at The Mansion, the former American military base at Camp John Hay’s Historical Core, and cultural sites like Tam-Awan Village and the Igorot Stone Kingdom.
A Burnham Park
Burnham Park may refer to:
Mines View Park
Overlook park offering panoramic views of the Itogon gold and copper mines and the Cordillera Mountains.
Session Road
The city's main thoroughfare, lined with art deco buildings, local businesses, and restaurants. It serves as the center of Baguio's commercial and social life.
Lion's Head
A 40-foot limestone sculpture along Kennon Road, carved by a local artist in the 1970s to represent the Lions Club.
E The Mansion
The official summer residence of the President of the Philippines, featuring Spanish Colonial Revival architecture and a gate inspired by Buckingham Palace.
Wright Park
Located in front of The Mansion, this park features a long 'Pool of Pines' and a public riding circle for pony rides.
G Cathedral of Our Lady of Atonement
Our Lady of the Atonement Cathedral, commonly known as Baguio Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral and the see of the Diocese of Baguio…
H Bell Church
The Bell Church is a Chinese temple of the Chinese Filipino indigenous religious syncretistic organization of the same name in La Trinidad,…
Historical Core
Located within Camp John Hay, this area contains the Bell Amphitheater, the Cemetery of Negativism, and the History Trail showcasing American military history.
Tam-Awan Village
An artist's colony featuring reconstructed Ifugao and Kalinga huts, art galleries, and workshops showcasing indigenous Cordilleran heritage.
Igorot Stone Kingdom
A cultural theme park featuring stone-walled structures inspired by the rice terraces and Igorot folklore.
Colors of STOBOSA
A massive hillside community artwork composed of brightly painted houses in La Trinidad, inspired by the Favelas of Brazil.
SM City Baguio
A shopping mall notable for its sustainable design, utilizing natural ventilation rather than air conditioning due to the city's cool climate.
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